News and Updates

We regret that the Department of Commerce has withdrawn the U.S. from the agreement that has governed U.S.-Mexico tomato trade for decades. It’s a move that hits shoppers in the wallet. As a result of this decision and the establishment of tariffs on fresh tomato imports from Mexico, U.S. consumers will face higher prices on popular tomato varieties.

A new study assessing the impact of the potential imposition of duties on imported fresh tomatoes from Mexico paints a bleak picture for U.S. consumers, who would be faced with dramatic price increases ranging from 40-85%.

The Border Trade Alliance says a new analysis by the U.S. International Trade Commission on the likely economic impact of the USMCA provides compelling evidence for lawmakers to swiftly ratify the successor agreement to NAFTA.